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HCY 432W

1981 Volkswagen Unknown

Brown Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,090 mi
Last recorded92,090 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Unknown74,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCY 432W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 92,090 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 92,091 miles
Fail 25 May 2023 92,090 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 92,089 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 92,088 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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HCY 432W is a 1981 Volkswagen Unknown in Brown with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 74,780 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HCY 432W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 45 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HCY 432W?

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What year was HCY 432W registered?

HCY 432W is a 1981 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is HCY 432W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCY 432W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HCY 432W have outstanding finance?

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